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Michelle Williams Reflects on Intense Method Acting for 'Blue Valentine'

Williams reveals the emotional toll of living with Ryan Gosling during production, a process she believes would be unfeasible in today's filmmaking landscape.

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Overview

  • Michelle Williams and Ryan Gosling cohabited for two weeks during the filming of 'Blue Valentine' to authentically portray their characters' faltering marriage.
  • Under director Derek Cianfrance's guidance, the actors engaged in exercises to create friction, including burning their characters' wedding photo.
  • Williams described the experience as 'horrible,' noting it led to self-loathing and a challenging emotional toll during the process.
  • She expressed skepticism about whether such an immersive approach could be replicated today due to modern budget and production constraints.
  • The unconventional methods contributed to Williams earning an Oscar nomination for her performance in the critically acclaimed film.